Term Assistant Professor, Sociology & Anthropology

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement options

Tuition waivers

12 paid holidays per year

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

The Department of Anthropology & Geography at the University of Alaska Anchorage invites applications for a Non-Tenure-Track Term Assistant Professor of Sociology or Anthropology with the ability to teach in both fields.

The position involves teaching introductory and upper-division courses, contributing to interdisciplinary programs, and supporting applied curricula that connect classroom learning to real-world social issues.

Qualifications

• PhD in Sociology, Anthropology, or closely related field by time of appointment.
• Disciplinary expertise in sociology, cultural anthropology, or related applied field.
• Evidence of scholarly or creative activity and teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and upper-division courses in anthropology and sociology.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Support applied curricula and student learning across programs.
• Engage in curriculum development and program assessment as needed.

Skills

Teaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Mentoring students

Education

PhD in Sociology, Anthropology, or closely related field

Job description

The Department of Anthropology & Geography at the University of Alaska Anchorage invites applications for a Non-Tenure-Track Term Assistant Professor of Sociology or Anthropology with the ability to teach in both fields.

The position involves teaching introductory and upper-division courses, contributing to interdisciplinary programs, and supporting applied curricula that connect classroom learning to real-world social issues.